rd_ab_penman
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308 cartridge with 308 steel jacket bullet used as the nib, Gold Euro center band, Elk antler with RT Euro finial and clip. Comments and sugesstions welcome.
From my experience, the easiest way is to use a hollow-point bullet. My personal preference for .30 caliber is the 168g Hornady A-Max bullet. It has a hollow point with a plastic insert like the Nosler Ballistic-Tip but with a hollow point is just the right size for a cross-style refill.Originally posted by Firefyter-emt
Can you describe just how you drilled the tip itself and get it centered perfeectly?
A center-bit is basically a short, countersinking drill bit that is very stiff so it won't wander. They are very useful for making accurate pilot holes. See http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=42280 for an example.Originally posted by Rifleman1776
Thanks for the explanation. However, please clear up a couple points. You said you "drill the tip AND base". Does that mean two passes with the drill, once from each end? And, what is a "center-bit"? 'scuse my ignorance. Is this particular bullet lead filled? Would there be potential problems with clogging or catching?
Originally posted by workinforwood
It's a beautiful pen. I'll never be truly impressed until I see a 20mm round. [][}]
Originally posted by Firefyter-emt
Can you describe just how you drilled the tip itself and get it centered perfeectly?
OK Jeff, prepare to be truly impressed. I will post a picture in a new thread.Originally posted by workinforwood
It's a beautiful pen. I'll never be truly impressed until I see a 20mm round. [][}]